Electrical Engineering Support Specialist

We are searching for an Electrical Engineering Support Specialist to join our Electromagnetic Effects an Applications team of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State.

ARL is an authorized DoD Skill Bridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

You will:

• Assist, perform, or provide input to the layout, fabrication, assembly, documentation, and testing of standard and non-standard electronic equipment
• Evaluate the selection and purchase of materials and components and interact with vendors
• Install, calibrate, operate and/or maintain standard and non-standard equipment, experimental hardware, and/or computer systems in the Laboratory or in the field
• Assist with the assessment and identification of system faults; repair/adjust standard and non-standard equipment
• Assist senior technical/engineering staff in gathering, compiling, and archiving test data in the Laboratory or off-site
• Work as part of a test project support team in the laboratory or off-site

Required skills/experience areas include:

• Electronics and/or electro-mechanics
• Past success operating electronic test equipment
• Demonstrated ability to assemble and test electronic circuitry
• Microsoft Office, basic computer tasks, general office computer knowledge

Preferred skills/experience areas include:

• Radio-frequency technology, high-frequency circuits, RF field testing
• CAD PCB layout and schematic capture
• A degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, graduation from a technical trade college/vocational technical school, or military experience
• Active government security clearance

Your working location will be fully on-site, located in State College, PA. Approximately 5% - 10% will consist of travel to various field sites.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

If filled as Engineering Support Specialist - Professional, this position requires:
Associate Degree. No prior relevant work experience required; previous relevant work experience accepted in lieu of education.

If filled as Engineering Support Specialist - Intermediate Professional, this position requires:
Associate Degree, 2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. This includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, robust retirement plans, and substantial paid time off.

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.